Story
This passenger vessel was built in 1971 by Uniflite Inc. in Bellingham, WA.
Historical Notes
Kyle Stubbs (Email to Nauticapedia 29/11/2022) stated "The fishing boat Gabbianno (CF7109TB) is clearly a rebuilt Navy PE, with 33PE707 still clearly visible at the transom. This vessel was delivered by Uniflite of Bellingham, WA in 1971." George Schneider (Oct 2026) writes: She was originally the Captain's Gig aboard the USS PROTEUS (AS 19). The Navy sold her in 1993.
Owners & Masters
In 1971-1993 she was owned by the United States Navy.
In 2022-2026 she was owned by USA interests.
Rebuilds
Aft Passenger cabin cut off and space converted into fishing work deck.
References
- Kyle Stubbs (Email to Nauticapedia 29/11/2022)
- cgmix.uscg.mil ↗ (website viewed 29/11/2022)
